BDO Unibank, Inc. reported a net income of ₱40.7 billion for the first half of 2026, a modest increase from the ₱40.6 billion recorded in the same period a year earlier, supported by steady performance across its core business segments, with return on equity reaching 12.7 percent.
The Philippines' near-term growth outlook remains subdued, but easing inflation could offer policymakers more room to support the economy as global headwinds begin to soften.
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian opened the 20th Congress with a legislative agenda aimed squarely at the issues weighing most heavily on Filipino households, signaling that the chamber intends to focus less on politics and more on the cost of living.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is hosting a special two-day event titled “Discover the Magic of Saving: BPI Jumpstart” at the Glorietta Activity Center on August 1 and 2, inviting families, young dreamers, and Disney fans to experience learning about savings in a fun, engaging way. Open primarily to children aged 7 to 12 and extended to those up to 17 years old, the event serves as the official showcase for BPI’s new Jumpstart savings account, which blends practical banking features, financial education, and interactive digital elements.